
Instant Drayage Rate Calculator
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What Is Drayage?
FAQ
Usually, drayage fees include:
- Flat-Rate Pricing
- Peak Season Surcharges
- Live load charges
- Over 44,000 lbs
- Accessorial Charges
- Other Potential Charges
A flat rate involves a single, predetermined price for a specific service. This pricing model is often used for shorter distances or lower-volume shipments. The cost remains fixed, regardless of the shipment’s weight or size. The shipment’s weight is multiplied by the distance covered to calculate the total cost.
Prices may fluctuate based on the time of year and specific dates. Shipments during peak seasons, nights, weekends, or holidays may incur higher charges due to increased demand and operational complexities.
A live load in drayage refers to the immediate loading or unloading of a shipment directly onto or off a truck at the time of pickup or delivery.
Drayage fees will include an additional surcharge for shipments exceeding 44,000 lbs.
Additional fees may apply for various services, including:
- Driver Detention
- Tolls
- Fuel Surcharges
- Terminal Fees
- Additional Stops
- Equipment Costs
Among these charges are:
- Drop Fees
- Pre-Pull Fees
- Chassis Split Fees
Drayage charges are calculated based on several factors, including:
- Distance
- Weight and Volume
- Equipment
- Traffic Conditions
- Container Size
- Origin Port
- Fuel Costs
It is necessary to mention that, fluctuations in fuel prices can impact drayage rates.
Drayage is the short-haul transportation of goods between a port or rail terminal and a warehouse or distribution center. Intermodal transportation involves the movement of freight over multiple modes of transport (e.g., truck, rail, ship) to complete a single journey.